The fastest and youngest achievement in history: 38-year-old Messi scored 880 goals in 1,122 games, 92 games faster than Ronaldo

When Messi pierced the Seattle Bayer goal with his signature arc in the 67th minute, the commentator's seat burst into amazement - the 38-year-old Argentinian proved with his actions that time seemed to lose his magic in front of him. With this goal in the credit card, Messi scored 880 goals in 1,122 games, becoming the fastest player in football history to achieve this, using a full 92 games less than rival Ronaldo. On the night of revenge on natural turf, Messi not only led Miami International to win 3-1 with his pass and shot, but also created a shocking milestone. Under the age tag of 38 years old and 84 days, his competitive form is still at the peak curve, and he has scored 30 goals before the season has ended. Statistics show that the seven-time Golden Globe winner averaged 0.78 goals per game in the process of making history, while Ronaldo had to 39 years old and 54 days and 92 more games to complete the same data during the same period.

A thorough analysis of the two's goals further highlights the value of Messi's legend. Of the 880 goals, the Argentinian scored only 34 penalties, accounting for less than 4%, while the opposing players’ penalties gained for tactical fouls accounted for 17% of their total goals. From the perspective of goal-scoring methods, Messi is better at creating opportunities through continuous breakthroughs or exquisite cooperation. According to statistics, more than 60% of the goals came from precise strikes within 14 meters in the sports war. This "artistic scoring" characteristic makes every goal full of ornamental value.

Miami International's contract renewal plan proves the industry's expectations for Messi. Club executives have begun negotiating the contract extension to 2028, which means that the Argentine superstar will still have the opportunity to continue his goal feast over the next three or four years. According to the current stable output of 40 goals per season, it is only a matter of time before breaking through the thousand-ball mark. What's even more amazing is that he scored 880 goals and also sent 390 assists, which is the "two-line combat" ability that makes it the most versatile offensive machine in modern football.

When Ronaldo is still persistent in chasing the record of thousands of goals, Messi has already escaped from simple data competition. In a recent interview, he admitted: "The numbers will eventually disappear, and the important thing is to enjoy the football itself." This kind of light-weight attitude explains why he can maintain his peak state for more than ten years. From Lamacia youth training camp to the AFC field, consistent focus and evolution have allowed this football elf who is only 170cm tall to continue to rewrite the cognitive boundaries of modern football.

Looking back at the young man who scored his debut goal on May 1, 2005, who would have thought that he could still maintain the terrifying efficiency of 1.13 goals per game today 19 years later? When other players began to plan their retirement life at this age, Messi's Green Legend continued, and he proved with his never-ending footsteps: true greatness never requires deliberately catching up with the record, because the record is always catching up with his footsteps.